Background
Du Qian is one of the three pioneers of the outlaw stronghold at Liangshan Marsh, along with Wang Lun and Song Wan. He sat for the imperial examination with Wang Lun but neither of them were successful candidates. They seek temporary shelter in Chai Jin's residence and move to Liangshan Marsh, where they establish a stronghold for outlaws. They have an army of 800 men under their command. Wang Lun becomes the chief of the band while Du Qian takes the second position of leadership. Song Wan and Zhu Gui join the band later.
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